Zoo Midland
Recent News About Zoo Midland
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WDM Architects lead the way in designing Zoo Midland
WDM Architects, an architectural firm with close to three decades of experience in zoo design, was selected over two years ago to design Zoo Midland. The Wichita-based company has completed projects at more than 55 zoos across the country. They focus on creating environments to meet the needs of animals, visitors, and zoo staff alike. The Zoo Midland project will be the first time that WDM Architects’ will design a zoo from the ground up.
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Zoo Midland launches 'Zoo Midland in the Wild' campaign
Zoo Midland unveiled a new campaign aimed at connecting with the community and generating excitement for its upcoming project. The "Zoo Midland in the Wild" initiative features 10 signal boxes throughout the city wrapped in vibrant animal patterns, inviting residents to explore and discover these unique installations.
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How Zoo Midland plans to make a difference with the Greenhouse Program
As construction progresses on Zoo Midland, a new zoo being built from the ground up, one of its unique features is the Greenhouse Program.
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How Zoo Midland is meeting city, state, and federal zoo regulations
Zoo Midland is being built from the ground up, with careful planning and collaboration among the zoo’s array of professionals. Architect firms, alongside Zoo Midland’s Project Coordinator Charles Harrington and Zoo Director Jason Green, are working together to design and construct a zoo that adheres to regulatory city, state, and federal requirements.
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Creating habitats for happy and healthy animals
Zoo Midland is focusing on expanding the science of animal care to create ideal habitats for its diverse range of animal residents. Exclusive insights from Zoo Midland Director and WDM’s lead architect involved in the project highlight the strategies used in constructing these spaces, which prioritize the well-being and enrichment of the animals.